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VAPT Comparison · India 2024
Automated VAPT runs 441 security tests in under 2 hours and delivers a CERT-In aligned report the same day. Manual penetration testing takes 3–6 weeks and costs ₹50,000–₹5,00,000. Here is a complete comparison for Indian businesses.
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price in India | ✓Free scan; paid reports from ~₹5,000 | ₹50,000 – ₹5,00,000 per engagement |
| Recurring / annual cost | ✓Low — re-scan anytime | Full fee each engagement |
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| Time to first findings | ✓Under 2 hours | 3–6 weeks |
| Report delivery | ✓Same day | 1–2 weeks after engagement ends |
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| OWASP Top 10 | ✓All 10 categories, 441 test cases | Depends on scope and tester skill |
| Business logic flaws | Limited — pattern-based detection | Strong — human judgment required |
| Zero-day / novel attack chains | Not applicable | Possible with senior testers |
| Number of test cases per scan | ✓441 (consistent every scan) | Varies — typically 50–200 manually |
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| CERT-In aligned report | ✓Yes — every scan | Yes — if firm is CERT-In empanelled |
| DPDP Act 2023 mapping | ✓Yes — included | Extra cost / not standard |
| Accepted for investor due diligence | Yes | Yes |
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| Human involvement required | ✓None — fully automated | Full engagement with pen tester team |
| Frequency | ✓On-demand, unlimited re-scans | Once or twice a year typically |
| False positive rate | ✓<3% (AI-validated findings) | Varies by tester quality |
| Feature | Automated VAPT | Manual Pen Test |
|---|---|---|
| Remediation guidance | Per-finding with code examples | Yes — detailed in good engagements |
| Executive summary | Yes | Yes |
| Retest / verify fix | ✓Free re-scan anytime | Additional cost |
Choose Automated VAPT when…
Consider Manual Pen Testing when…
For most Indian SMBs and startups, automated VAPT covers the vast majority of real-world attack surface — OWASP Top 10, misconfigurations, exposed APIs, and known CVEs. Manual penetration testing adds value for complex business logic flaws and novel attack chains, but costs 10–100x more. The right answer for most companies: start with automated VAPT, layer manual testing on critical systems.
Yes. Bachao.AI produces CERT-In aligned reports. CERT-In's guidelines require 'adequate security controls and testing' — automated penetration testing that covers OWASP Top 10 and produces a structured findings report meets this bar for most organisations.
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 mandates 'reasonable security safeguards' for all data fiduciaries. VAPT is the most widely accepted proof of this. Automated VAPT with a signed findings report is the fastest and most affordable way to demonstrate compliance.
CERT-In recommends at minimum once per year, and after every major code change or infrastructure update. With automated VAPT you can run continuously — most Bachao.AI customers re-scan after every major release.
Manual penetration testing engagements in India range from ₹50,000 for small scopes to ₹5,00,000+ for large enterprise apps. Bachao.AI automated VAPT is free for the first scan; paid reports start significantly lower than any manual alternative.
Every VAPT engagement is scoped to your actual attack surface — no flat subscription that pretends every project is the same. Our automated approach typically costs 40–60% less than traditional VAPT providers for equivalent coverage.
Start with a free scan → see your risk profile → discuss scope → get a quote that fits your project.
For SMEs and startups who need a credible security report for their board or compliance checklist.
For Series A+ companies and NBFCs who need continuous monitoring and a DPDP / CERT-In compliant report.
For large organisations and CISOs who need full-scope testing and a board-ready compliance audit trail.
Scope discussed on a free 15-min call · No commitment required
Bachao.AI covers your entire security surface — from code to cloud to compliance.